| Meaning | garden of holly |
| Origin | Gaelic, Scottish |
| Gender | gender neutral |
| Opposite gender | Leslie |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 6 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Les-lie |
About Leslie
The name Leslie, with its Scottish origin and meaning of "garden of hollies," carries a timeless charm that has resonated through generations. Rooted in Gaelic tradition, this name evokes images of strength, growth, and endurance, symbolizing the holly tree's ability to flourish even in adversity.
Leslie's adaptability shines through its variations like Lesley, Lesly, and Lesleigh, offering modern parents a range of options. The name's popularity is further cemented by its association with accomplished individuals across various fields, from acting (Leslie Nielsen, Leslie Cheung) to literature (Leslie Fiedler).
In fiction, the name Leslie has left an indelible mark, from Leslie Knope's unwavering optimism in "Parks and Recreation" to the enigmatic Leslie Chow in "The Hangover" series. This prevalence showcases Leslie's versatility as a name that can encapsulate a diverse array of personalities.
Choosing Leslie for a baby boy is bestowing upon him a name rich in heritage and character, a name that transcends time and trends, and a name that carries within it the promise of growth and resilience.
Nicknames for Leslie
| Les |
| Lee |
| Lez |
| Lester |
Famous People Named Leslie
| Leslie Nielsen | Canadian actor |
| Leslie Cheung | Hong Kong singer and actor |
| Leslie Howard | English actor |
| Leslie Odom Jr. | American actor and singer |
| Leslie Mann | American actress |
| Leslie Phillips | English actor |
| Leslie Banks | English actor |
| Leslie Easterbrook | American actress |
| Leslie Grantham | English actor |
| Leslie H. Martinson | American film director |
| Leslie West | American musician |
| Leslie Fiedler | American literary critic |
| Leslie Bibb | American actress |
| Leslie Carrara-Rudolph | American puppeteer and actress |
| Leslie Marmon Silko | Native American author |
| Leslie Hope | Canadian actress |
| Leslie Thompkins | American comic book character |
| Leslie Gallimore | American soccer coach |
| Leslie Osborne | American soccer player |
Characters Named Leslie
| Leslie Knope | Parks and Recreation |
| Leslie Chow | The Hangover |
| Leslie Burke | Bridge to Terabithia |
| Leslie Nielsen | The Naked Gun |
| Leslie Odom | Hedwig and the Angry Inch |
| Leslie Arzt | Lost |
| Leslie Harrington | Peyton Place |
| Leslie Winkle | The Big Bang Theory |
| Leslie P. 'Speedy' Raulerson | The Longest Yard |
| Leslie Mahoney | The Great Outdoors |
| Leslie Taylor | The Running Man |
| Leslie Disher | Monk |
| Leslie Dunkling | Porridge |
| Leslie Carlson | A History of Violence |
| Leslie Chowder | Good Luck Charlie |
| Leslie Dean | Runaways |
| Leslie Styles | Nine to Five |
| Leslie Debris | A Mighty Wind |
| Leslie Vernon | Man Seeking Woman |